Scientist, Fish Ecology – Victorian Government

3 weeks ago

Williamstown, South Australia Ecolsoc Full time

The position of Scientist, Fish Ecology will have a focus on river and wetland ecology and conservation, and will contribute to the delivery of quality research undertaken at the Arthur Rylah Institute for Environmental Research (ARI).

Are you passionate about understanding and protecting Victoria's aquatic ecosystems and being outdoors? Are you interested in working with enthusiastic and experienced scientists in this field and collaborating with natural resource managers? Have you got experience in undertaking fish surveys?

If yes, then this science role at the Arthur Rylah Institute may be for you.

The Scientist, Fish Ecology role requires experience in contributing to fish and fish-habitat monitoring, evaluation and reporting. The role requires field work, four-wheel driving, hiking, conducting fish surveys, data management and report writing.

If this sounds like you then we offer:

  • A link to nature
  • A positive team working environment
  • Full-time or part-time working arrangements, and the ability to undertake some work from home as part of our flexible working environment.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications Essential

  • A science degree and work experience with a focus on fish ecology.
  • A high level of competency in freshwater and estuarine fish identification and survey techniques.
  • Ability to participate in, support and, under supervision, plan and manage conservation and ecology surveys and projects in the field and office, and to contribute to multi-disciplinary research teams.
  • Ability to contribute to advice, reports, scientific articles, conference presentations, and other communication outputs.
  • A postgraduate qualification in science or natural resource management with a focus on fish ecology.
  • Knowledge of riverine, estuarine and wetland ecosystems, their biota, and their conservation management.
  • Experience in entry, quality control and basic statistical analysis of data from field surveys, including use of GIS.

This is a fixed term position available for a period of 12 months. The work location for this position is Heidelberg with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday 23 February 2025.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.

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